Hybrid IT Project Coordinator en Texas Research International, Inc

Description

Position Summary

The IT Project Coordinator supports the planning, execution, and delivery of IT projects by coordinating tasks, tracking progress, and ensuring effective communication among stakeholders. This role serves as the central point of contact for project teams, ensuring that schedules, budgets, and deliverables align with organizational goals and compliance requirements. Position located in SW Austin, Texas.

Key Responsibilities

Project Coordination

•  Assist in planning project timelines, milestones, and deliverables.
•  Coordinate project tasks and resources across multiple teams.
•  Track project progress and prepare regular status reports.

Documentation & Compliance

•  Maintain detailed project documentation, including project plans, risk registers, and meeting minutes.
•  Ensure IT project activities comply with internal standards and relevant frameworks (e.g., NIST 800-171, CMMC, ISO 27001 if applicable).
•  Support project audits by providing necessary documentation.

Communication & Stakeholder Management

•  Act as liaison between IT teams, business units, vendors, and external partners.
•  Facilitate project meetings, capture action items, and ensure follow-ups.
•  Escalate risks, issues, and changes to project leadership.

Resource & Budget Tracking

•  Monitor project budgets, expenses, and resource allocations.
•  Support procurement processes for hardware, software, and services.
•  Coordinate with finance to ensure accurate cost tracking.

Risk & Issue Management

•  Track risks, issues, and dependencies to minimize project disruptions.
•  Assist in implementing corrective actions and mitigation strategies.

Career Path

This role is designed to provide foundational IT and project management experience in a regulated environment, with opportunities to grow into System Administrator, Security Analyst, or IT Project Management.

TRI International, Inc.is an equal opportunity employer with a commitment to diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or veteran status. All individuals, regardless of personal characteristics, are encouraged to apply.

Requirements

Qualifications

•  Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Business Administration, or related field (or equivalent experience).
•  2+ years of experience in project coordination, IT project support, or similar role.
•  Strong understanding of IT systems, infrastructure, and security principles.
•  Familiarity with project management methodologies (Agile, Scrum, Waterfall).
•  Experience with project management tools (e.g., MS Project, Jira, Asana, Smartsheet).
•  Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
•  Strong organizational and multitasking abilities.

Preferred Qualifications

•  Project Management Professional (PMP), CAPM, or ITIL certification.
•  Experience supporting IT security or compliance-driven projects (NIST 800-171, CMMC, HIPAA, FedRAMP, etc.).
•  Previous work in a government contracting or regulated industry environment.

Competencies

•  Detail-oriented with strong problem-solving skills.
•  Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
•  Strong interpersonal skills to collaborate across technical and business teams.
•  Adaptability in a fast-paced and evolving IT environment.

TRI International, Inc.is an equal opportunity employer with a commitment to diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or veteran status. All individuals, regardless of personal characteristics, are encouraged to apply.